Employer: Handicap International
Location: Iraq
Closing date: 31 Aug 2017
DESCRIPTION
Under the line management of the Area Coordinator – North-East, and the functional management of the country-level Security, Context and Access Advisor, he/she will be in charge of:
Ensure regular follow-up and analysis of the political, military and security context and trends in the North-East;
Prepare and update relevant security documents and ensure the implementation of security procedures;
Provide specific briefings and trainings to international and national staff in the North-East
Support the Area Coordinator in the negotiations to obtain access and the organisation of assessment visits in security-sensitive areas.
Maintain / expand HI’s network of security, context and access contacts, among local NGOs, international NGOs, local authorities and other relevant entities.
Support the Area Coordinator in the management of security incidents
Replace the Area Coordinator for security management during their absences (in case of need).
The complete job description will be shared with short-listed candidates.
REQUIRED PROFILE
A Bachelor degree in Political Sciences, International Relations, Security Management, Middle Eastern Studies, Humanitarian Assistance or another relevant subject, is mandatory
A Master’s degree in any of these fields is a strong asset
At least 3 years of professional experience in field management, security management and/or context analysis in conflict contexts, preferably with humanitarian INGOs
At least 2 years of professional experience in a contemporary conflict context in the Arab world (Syria, Iraq, Yemen and/or Libya)
Additional professional years in project, program and/or base management in different humanitarian settings and different intervention sectors are a strong asset
Proven experience in producing quality reports and documents, including maps
Experience in providing professional briefings and trainings is a strong asset
Knowledge of English (oral and written) is mandatory; knowledge of Arabic (Levantine dialect, oral and written) is a very strong asset
Strong understanding of the main political, social, and cultural aspects of the Syrian context
Strong IT skills, including the use of different communication devices, computers, GPS and mapping software
Effective communication, analytical and problem solving skills
Strong interpersonal and intercultural skills
Ability to work in a multicultural environment and in a multidisciplinary teamwork.
Ability to work under high pressure, in a flexible way, with a great level of autonomy
SALARY
Starting date : ASAP
Length of the contract: 6 months
Salary from 2750 € (gross) / month regarding the experience of the candidate
Perdiem : 550€ (net)
Hardship allowance : 500€ (net)
Insurances : medical hearth coverage, retirement planning, repatriation
Paid holiday : 25 days per year + R&R (5 days every 6 weeks)
Status : position unaccompanied
Housing : Collective
Closing date: 31 Aug 2017
DESCRIPTION
Under the line management of the Area Coordinator – North-East, and the functional management of the country-level Security, Context and Access Advisor, he/she will be in charge of:
Ensure regular follow-up and analysis of the political, military and security context and trends in the North-East;
Prepare and update relevant security documents and ensure the implementation of security procedures;
Provide specific briefings and trainings to international and national staff in the North-East
Support the Area Coordinator in the negotiations to obtain access and the organisation of assessment visits in security-sensitive areas.
Maintain / expand HI’s network of security, context and access contacts, among local NGOs, international NGOs, local authorities and other relevant entities.
Support the Area Coordinator in the management of security incidents
Replace the Area Coordinator for security management during their absences (in case of need).
The complete job description will be shared with short-listed candidates.
REQUIRED PROFILE
A Bachelor degree in Political Sciences, International Relations, Security Management, Middle Eastern Studies, Humanitarian Assistance or another relevant subject, is mandatory
A Master’s degree in any of these fields is a strong asset
At least 3 years of professional experience in field management, security management and/or context analysis in conflict contexts, preferably with humanitarian INGOs
At least 2 years of professional experience in a contemporary conflict context in the Arab world (Syria, Iraq, Yemen and/or Libya)
Additional professional years in project, program and/or base management in different humanitarian settings and different intervention sectors are a strong asset
Proven experience in producing quality reports and documents, including maps
Experience in providing professional briefings and trainings is a strong asset
Knowledge of English (oral and written) is mandatory; knowledge of Arabic (Levantine dialect, oral and written) is a very strong asset
Strong understanding of the main political, social, and cultural aspects of the Syrian context
Strong IT skills, including the use of different communication devices, computers, GPS and mapping software
Effective communication, analytical and problem solving skills
Strong interpersonal and intercultural skills
Ability to work in a multicultural environment and in a multidisciplinary teamwork.
Ability to work under high pressure, in a flexible way, with a great level of autonomy
SALARY
Starting date : ASAP
Length of the contract: 6 months
Salary from 2750 € (gross) / month regarding the experience of the candidate
Perdiem : 550€ (net)
Hardship allowance : 500€ (net)
Insurances : medical hearth coverage, retirement planning, repatriation
Paid holiday : 25 days per year + R&R (5 days every 6 weeks)
Status : position unaccompanied
Housing : Collective